To be eligible to enrol for any of the Specialist Accreditation Programs we offer at Queensland Law Society you must satisfy the following criteria:
- Hold a current practising certificate in Australia or be engaged in legal practice as a Government Legal Officer engaged in government work.
- Have been engaged in legal practice for five years on a full-time basis or equivalent.
- Be a full member of Queensland Law Society.
- For the three years immediately prior to application, demonstrate Substantial Involvement in the area of law for which accreditation is sought.
Note: If you do not meet the criteria for eligibility regarding level of involvement in the area of practice, you may request that the Specialist Accreditation Board exercise its discretion to accept your application pursuant to the terms under clause 2.1 of the Specialist Accreditation Handbook.
Fees
All fees are inclusive of GST.
Application fee $170
This is a non-refundable processing fee. Applications will not be considered until payment of this fee is made.
Course fee $1265
Successful applicants will be issued with an invoice for the course fee. This fee covers the assessment process. Admission into the program will not be confirmed until this fee has been paid.
Accreditation fee $510
This fee is payable once you have successfully completed the assessment process. A re-accreditation fee is payable each year at the time of renewing your practising certificate and QLS membership.
2024 Areas of Accreditation
The following programs will be offered in 2024
Programs
- Criminal Law
- Personal Injuries
- Business Law
The Specialist Accreditation Team are no longer taking applications for this year’s programs as they have now closed.
If you wish to register your expression of interest for upcoming programs offered in 2025 and 2026 please email the Specialist Accreditation Team at spec@qls.com.au .